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Unread 04/08/2016, 08:20 AM   #3505
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Originally Posted by Billybatz9 View Post
I am going to put all my rocks (30 lbs) in a 5 gallon bucket. How much vinegar would I need? They sell it by the gallon I believe. How long should the dip be also?

And quick question. Why would I need to acid bath the rocks if they are dried out? Is it really possible that some dinos can survive on rocks that have been dry for a week?
Sorry, missed this one. If using vinegar I would not dilute it anymore then it already is for this purpose. After 24 hours I would check the pH and replace if it's become weaker. Which as the rocks dissolve it will start to neutralize the acid. This would be a much slower process then using the muriatic acid and may not be near as effective.


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